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Mr. Dabham

A gossip columnist for a society paper.

minor

Also known as Dabham, little Dabham

First appearance: iv

Mr. Dabham shows up with force in Chapter III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The journalist from 'Riviera Notes' observes the dinner scene, noting the elegance of the ladies' gowns and the social interactions.
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LBLily BartDODuchess of Bel…GDGeorge DorsetBDBertha DorsetLSLawrence SeldenMDMr. Dabham

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  • Other

Character groups

  • High society insiders
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Mr. Dabham in iv
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